Shelley Swartzell

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Shelley Swartzell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frain Mortuary - Winamac on Oct. 21, 2025.

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Shelley Ann Swartzell, 61, of Winamac, IN passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Parkview Health Hospital in Ft. Wayne, IN. Shelley was born on July 25, 1964 in Winamac to Jeffrey Lynn and Georgia Joesta Lebo Swartzell.
Shelley had worked at GL Perry, Doggies Deli, and Sanders Grocery in Winamac over the years.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Winamac and enjoyed attending services there.
Shelley enjoyed playing Bingo at Hickory Creek. She also liked to watch the Hallmark Channel and visit with family and friends.
Despite her physical challenges, Shelley always had a positive attitude and a smile on her face.
She is survived by:
Nathan Daniel Swartzell, Winamac, IN Son
Matthew Jonathan Swartzell, Winamac, IN Son
Jeffrey Lynn and Georgia Joesta Lebo Swartzell, Winamac, IN Parents
William R. Swartzell, Winamac, IN Brother
Several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Jeffrey Brian "JB" Swartzell, Brother
Robert and Esther Lavon Swartzell, Paternal Grandparents
Vernal and Thelma Lebo, Maternal Grandparents
Several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins
Visitation will be from 10 AM EDT-1 PM EDT on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
Services will be held at 1 PM EDT on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN with Pastor Mark Pilger officiating.
Burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery McKinley Addition in Winamac, IN.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Hickory Creek at Winamac.
Online Condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
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Frain Mortuary

305 E Main St, Winamac, IN 46996

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